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Taiwan demographic shift to super-aged society

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2026-10-31 07:05 UTC → 2026-11-02 15:53 UTC · added ~~removed~~

Taiwan has officially entered a ‘super-aged society’ as of late 2025, with citizens aged 65 and older accounting for over 20% of the total population. This demographic shift is driving a surge in demand for age-friendly housing, specialized elderly care, and integrated community services. Healthcare infrastructure is expanding to address these needs. In Changhua County, a new 620 million TWD comprehensive center in Pitou Township has opened, integrating medical services, childcare, and 150 residential long-term care ~~beds to support the ‘sandwich generation’.~~ beds. In Taoyuan, the Ministry of Health and Welfare Taoyuan Hospital is advancing ‘Whole-Person Medical Care’ through digital transformation and precision ~~medicine, while strengthening discharge planning under~~ medicine. To further support health monitoring, the ~~Long-Term Care 3.0 policy~~ Ministry of Health and Welfare is planning to ~~coordinate home nursing~~ expand its ‘Health Coin’ incentive program to include elderly functional assessments, encouraging seniors to undergo regular testing for cognitive, physical, and ~~medical equipment.~~ nutritional health. Local governments are ~~also~~ implementing diverse social and professional initiatives. Chiayi City ~~received honors at the City Care Excellence Awards for its ‘Zhu Luo Medical Family Care’ and ‘Orange Generation’ programs, which utilize~~ has utilized smart technology ~~to support caregivers.~~ for caregiver support, while Keelung City has focused on ~~promoting filial piety by~~ honoring ~~individuals~~ those dedicated to elderly family care. In Taitung County, an Elderly Care Expo was held to showcase multi-generational care ~~systems. Additionally,~~ systems that integrate childcare and community services. In New Taipei ~~City is fostering age-friendly workplaces, with~~ City, the Employment Service Office recognized 49 companies ~~receiving~~ with gold, silver, or bronze certifications for implementing age-friendly workplace practices, such as flexible working arrangements and job redesign to retain senior talent. Housing safety is also being addressed through targeted subsidies. In Kinmen County, a subsidy program has been announced for the renovation of residential buildings at least 30 years old, covering structural safety assessments and repairs to improve living quality for residents.

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